The Origin of the Red Rose 1640 - 1713

"The Origin of the Red Rose" (1640-1713) by Carlo Maratti depicts a nude female figure in a landscape setting. The woman, possibly representing Venus, stands with one foot on a rock, her arm raised and draped in a loose cloth. The background features a distant valley with hills and trees, adding depth and a sense of tranquility to the composition. The painting is a testament to Maratti's mastery of Baroque style, characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow, intricate details, and graceful figures. This artwork is now held at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, Denmark.